Mary, Who Is Unable to Have Children, Began Volunteering at a Homeless

question 47

Multiple Choice

Mary, who is unable to have children, began volunteering at a homeless shelter when she was in her 40s. According to Erikson's psychosocial theory, which of the following best characterizes Mary?

• A) She is becoming stagnant.
• B) She is unable to reach her potential.
• C) She is successfully becoming generative.
• D) She is unable to complete her developmental tasks for middle adulthood.